Business News and Events

Networking Event at Innovation Square Supports Women in Family Business The Women in Family Business committee.

04/05/2024 - This spring, the Family Business Program at St. John Fisher University will host a networking event for women in family firms.

Fisher Students Advance in NYS Business Plan Competition School of Business faculty and students at the New York Business Plan Regional Competition.

04/05/2024 - On Tuesday, April 2, St. John Fisher University hosted the New York Business Plan Regional Competition, an annual event providing entrepreneurial students a platform to compete against peers from neighboring colleges and universities.

Accounting and Finance Alumni, Students to be Honored at Annual Awards The crowd at the 2023 Accounting Awards Banquet.

03/28/2024 - St. John Fisher University will celebrate the achievements of alumni and students during the 34th Annual Accounting Awards Celebration on Tuesday, April 23, at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center. A networking reception will begin at 5 p.m. with the dinner and program beginning at 6 p.m.

Fisher Student Chosen to Represent New York in National Competition Adam Grover

03/28/2024 - During the Fall Qualifier of Certiport’s 2024 Microsoft Office Specialist United States National Championship, eight St. John Fisher University students secured positions in the top 10.

Fisher to Host Entrepreneurship Week 2024 in April A student presents an idea during a class.

03/21/2024 - Entrepreneurship Week at St. John Fisher University will feature a range of events, competitions, and opportunities tailored to support budding entrepreneurs. The event will kick off on Monday, April 1, and draw to a close on Friday, April 5 under the guidance of Fisher’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Dr. Chantz Miles, Rebecca Pelino Entrepreneur-in-Residence and Visiting Assistant Professor at the School of Business.

Event Celebrates Longevity of Rochester Family Businesses Dr. Carol Wittmeyer interviews the panelists during the Successful Successions event.

03/19/2024 - On Tuesday, March 12, the Family Business Program honored Cornell’s Jewelers with its 100-Year Legacy Award during its “Successful Successions: Learning from Rochester Family Firm Leaders and Their Journey to the Top” event. This prestigious award recognizes family firms that have demonstrated resiliency within the Rochester business community.

Countdown to Commencement: Khalid Lockhart Khalid Lockhart talks with Dean Dan Connolly.

03/18/2024 - The next student to be featured in our “Countdown to Commencement” series is Khalid Lockhart, a marketing major with a minor in economics. Lockhart was nominated by Dr. Marlowe Washington, senior diversity officer.

Fisher Showcase Now Accepting Proposals A student presents research at the 2023 Fisher Showcase.

03/13/2024 - The submission period for students, faculty, and staff to share research or creative work at the 2024 Fisher Showcase is open. Now in its second year, the Fisher Showcase combines the former Student Research and Creative Work Symposium with the Fisher Scholarship Celebration to highlight the academic pursuits of the entire campus community.

Don’t Miss the Largest-Ever Spring Career Fest A student talks to a potential employer at the Career Fair.

03/12/2024 - More than 90 employers will be on campus during the largest-ever Spring Career Fest, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, in the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Athletic Center Fieldhouse.

ePortfolios—What are they and what are their purpose? A student gives a presentation.

03/05/2024 - Have you ever wondered what an ePortfolio is and why it matters? With your electronic portfolio, you can demonstrate what you have learned during your time at St. John Fisher University, creating a living document you can share with potential employers.

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